For the longest time, my cat's Instagram follower count was stuck on 1918. Given what's synonymous with that year, and what is going on in the world right now, naturally that bothered me. Now it's into the 1960s somewhere, so that's much groovier. People keep saying that this college football season is one that is unlike any other, and that is not true. The 1918 and 2020 … [Read more...] about How Northwestern Football Did in the Last Pandemic Season, 1918
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Five of the Best NFL Rookies so far this Season
The NFL season is still young, but already fans and self-appointed “experts” alike have identified the players and trends which they believe will dictate the season. As with most sports, football has been rocked to its core by the Covid-19 pandemic, with spectators locked out of games, and frequent disruption due to positive cases altering schedules. … [Read more...] about Five of the Best NFL Rookies so far this Season
Pat Fitzgerald is Northwestern Top Cat, Hits Century Mark on Caturday
In a 43-3 season opening blowout of Maryland, Pat Fitzgerald won his 100th game as Head Coach at Northwestern University tonight. NU has won 540 games in their history, meaning Fitzgerald has 18.5% of the program's victories. As a player, he was a part of 24 wins with the Wildcats. He also 26 wins as an assistant coach with the Cats, so when you add it all up, 150 triumphs, … [Read more...] about Pat Fitzgerald is Northwestern Top Cat, Hits Century Mark on Caturday
Most Popular Sports Among Students
The majority of high school and college students participate in athletics. The sports culture is really widespread among the student community, and this fact makes us think that educational institutions achieved their aim — to promote sports and a healthy lifestyle. But at the same time, students’ participation in sports takes their free time which can be spent doing their … [Read more...] about Most Popular Sports Among Students
College Football Players Literally Fighting for their Right to Survive
American football is as much a contact sport as his humanly possible. Whereas in other sports, contact is sometimes encouraged and/or advantageous in regards to the situation, football sees at least a dozen guys getting to know each other, up close and personal on every single play. Contact sports and social distancing go together like a Trump press conference and the … [Read more...] about College Football Players Literally Fighting for their Right to Survive
Emotional Senior Day Lifts Northwestern to Upset of #20 Penn State
Senior day might have given the Northwestern Wildcats the extra boost they have been seeking as they defeated the 20th ranked Penn State Nittany Lions on Saturday. Northwestern got off to a hot start going on a 15-2 run to start the game. Seniors AJ Turner, Pat Spencer, and Tino Malnati were honored before the game as it would be the last time they would play at Welsh-Ryan … [Read more...] about Emotional Senior Day Lifts Northwestern to Upset of #20 Penn State
Northwestern Basketball Heads to Indianapolis on Higher Note
In upsetting #20 Penn State 80-69 today, Northwestern basketball achieved their first win over a ranked foe since the AllState Arena "era," when they beat Michigan in Rosemont in 2018. The victory, a 7.5 point upset, also means the Wildcats will avoid back to back last place finishes. They're still relegated to the Wednesday night session of the Big Ten tournament, where … [Read more...] about Northwestern Basketball Heads to Indianapolis on Higher Note
Northwestern Basketball: When Does Chris Collins’ Seat Warm?
Did you see the Northwestern basketball game last night? Did their blowing an 18 point lead and losing surprise you? Well, you haven't been paying attention (and judging by the attendance figures most of you are not) this season. 2019-20 Northwestern basketball is to blowing seemingly insurmountable leads what Taylor Swift is to failed relationships and writing numerous songs … [Read more...] about Northwestern Basketball: When Does Chris Collins’ Seat Warm?
Northwestern Basketball Can’t Close, Rebuild Further Prolonged
As you know from Glengary Glen Ross, "coffee is for closers" and that means Northwestern basketball will need to get their caffeine elsewhere. Tonight against Purdue, just like versus Maryland, or at DePaul or at Indiana, the win was there for the taking, but Chris Collins' youthful squad just couldn't rise up and take it. Yes, we knew this season was going to be a character … [Read more...] about Northwestern Basketball Can’t Close, Rebuild Further Prolonged
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry “Financial Independence” an Impossible Myth
It's certainly very commendable and admirable that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are leaving the British royal family. The concept of a monarchy (even though they have long had no actual political power in Great Britain) is a remnant of the Feudalistic era. It's kind of silly that the charade of royalty continues today, but that's another topic for another time and space. … [Read more...] about Meghan Markle, Prince Harry “Financial Independence” an Impossible Myth